Women on the Mic

Kaavya Narayan

From Olympic champions and WNBA All-Stars to NBA coaches, investors, and trailblazers in sports, these remarkable women share their journeys, offering valuable insights for young women and individuals. Hosted by Kaavya Narayan, each episode is a source of inspiration, showcasing stories of confidence, resilience, and empowerment. You’ll dive into mental strength, the growing business of women’s sports, and the intersection of activism and sports. This podcast seeks to amplify the women's voices, highlight the power of athletes beyond their arenas, and increase the visibility of women in sport.

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Women on the Mic

Episodes (37)

Aug 31, 2025 The Intersection of Sports and Community Service, Identity after Injury, and Leadership in Coaching ft. Cal Women's Soccer Assistant Coach and Former Player Ari Manrique
Jul 13, 2025 An Investor's Perspective on Women's Sports with Nicki Boyd: Founder and Managing Partner of Sphera Partners
Jan 18, 2025 The Future of Pro Volleyball in the US and Cementing a Legacy at Stanford with 3x National Champion and Team USA Libero Morgan Hentz

Women on the Mic

Aug 31, 2025
27½ minutes
24 MB

In this episode, Kaavya sits down with Ari Manrique, assistant coach and former Cal women’s soccer player, to explore her journey on and off the field. Ari reflects on her early love for the game, the decision to play at Berkeley, and the resilience it took to transition from player to leader after a senior season injury. She shares lessons on identity, setbacks, and community service—including being honored with the Walter A. Haas Community Service Award—and how coaching has become her way of giving back. Ari also talks about building respect as a young coach, her pursui...

Women on the Mic

The Intersection of Sports and Community Service, Identity after Injury, and Leadership in Coaching ft. Cal Women's Soccer Assistant Coach and Former Player Ari Manrique

Kaavya Narayan

00:00 -26:35